Egunsentian (Original)

Kuraia's song 'Egunsentian' is a poignant exploration of longing, loss, and the passage of time. The lyrics, sung in Basque, paint a vivid picture of autumn's first leaves gently falling, symbolizing the inevitable march towards colder, more desolate times. This imagery sets the stage for a deeper reflection on the distance between the past and the future, and the ever-present nature of memories that linger like a morning mist around a farmhouse.

The song delves into the emotional landscape of the narrator, who feels the past and future slipping away, leaving only the present moment filled with sorrow and longing. The repeated references to 'urrun' (far) and 'hurbil' (close) highlight the dichotomy between love and pain. The narrator's memories of a loved one are distant yet vivid, like the morning fog, and their laughter and hair are forever etched in the narrator's mind, much like the eyes that will always carry these memories.

In the chorus, the dawn is described as beautiful, rainy, cold, frozen, and wet, reflecting the complex emotions of the narrator. The desire to wake up next to the loved one at dawn underscores the deep sense of loss and yearning. The repeated lament of missing the loved one and the shared dawns they once experienced together emphasizes the profound impact of their absence. 'Egunsentian' is a heartfelt expression of the pain of separation and the enduring nature of love and memory, set against the backdrop of a melancholic yet beautiful dawn.